The Use Of The Word Cold In The Film Beckett
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The Use Of The Word Cold In The Film Beckett
How cold it was when we last met. This is one of the many examples of how King Henry II
portrays his spiritual emptiness in the classic film Beckett. In all great works of literature writers
utilize images and symbols to display important themes. In this distinguished film, the word cold is
used to exemplify the portrayal of a devoted friendship between two men; nonetheless, the two lack
both love and conscience for any human. Throughout the film, King Henry II persisted to remain a
passionless person with an empty soul. On the other hand, his best friend, Thomas Beckett
experiences a sudden transformation, when he is appointed Archbishop of Canterbury and his
callous heart is warmed by the love of God and ultimately his soul is saved. Therefore, in the film
Beckett, the word cold is used to demonstrate the emotional and spiritual emptiness in the souls of
these two men.
In the beginning, one can obviously realize that Henry and Beckett are uncaring individuals who
influence others for their own gain. Insensitive and impervious, Beckett and Henry debauch and
drink without end. Wandering the English countryside, together the two men roam pursuing women.
Stumbling upon a peasant girl, Henry chooses to trade the worthless girl to Beckett, in exchange for
a favor for favor, which would be redeemed later. Thereafter, Henry demands the return of the
favor by seeking Becketts mistress Gwendolyn. When Beckett acquiesces, Gwendolyn questions
his honor. Sadly, she pleads, will you take me back? As he rejects her he responds, where there
should be honor there's a void. This results with Gwendolyn taking her own life; we are led to
believe that it is not a matter of Henry's imminent seduction, but Becketts cruel rejection of
Gwendolyn.
In addition, the two men, a king and a church deacon show no sympathy for the church or
England. Both men were constantly at odds with the church. In spite of that, Henry tries to attain
full control of church and state, his faithful and serving friend Thomas Beckett compliantly helps
Henry bring about his ascension of power. To implant his authority over the church, Henry demands
taxation. In order to manipulate the church, Henry appoints Beckett Chancellor of England.
Essentially, he tells the church to pay up. Consequently, a priest doubts Becketts loyalty as a
Saxon and a church deacon, Beckett responds to this by saying, England is my ship and the King is
its captain. To establish Be...
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